The CAMAP Speakers Bureau connects organizations with knowledgeable clinicians who can speak on various topics related to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in Canada.

Whether you are hosting a professional development session, academic event, community dialogue, or healthcare education program, CAMAP can provide an appropriate speaker to support thoughtful, evidence-informed discussion.

About the Program

Through the Speakers Bureau, CAMAP:

• Responds to requests from organizations seeking speakers on MAiD-related topics
• Matches speakers based on subject expertise, availability, region, and audience context
• Facilitates virtual or in-person speaking engagements across Canada, with virtual delivery generally preferred allowing us to connect organizations with speakers from across the country
• Supports consistent, professional educational engagement across Canada

Speakers are experienced clinicians committed to respectful, informed dialogue.

Topics

Speakers may address topics such as:

• Foundations of MAiD in Canada
• Eligibility criteria and procedural safeguards
• Legislative evolution and current framework
• Language and communication considerations
• Ethical and clinical reflections
• Impact on healthcare providers
• MAiD in the media and public discourse

If you are seeking a specific topic or focus, please describe your needs in your request form.

Speaker Fee

• CAMAP charges a standard $250 speaker fee for engagements of up to 60 minutes.
• This fee supports CAMAP’s member and public education initiatives.
• For requests exceeding 60 minutes, please contact us to discuss format and applicable fees.

Request a Speaker

To request a speaker through the CAMAP Speakers Bureau, please complete our online request form:

SPEAKERS BUREAU REQUEST FORM

Requests are reviewed by the CAMAP team, and speakers are matched based on topic, availability, and regional considerations. Speaker availability is not guaranteed.

What to Expect

Once your request is submitted:

1. CAMAP reviews the request and identifies an appropriate speaker.
2. A speaker is arranged, based oninterest and availability.
3. CAMAP facilitates an introductory email between the speaker and your organization.
4. The speaker and host coordinate remaining logistical details directly.

Following the engagement, CAMAP will provide a short evaluation form to support ongoing program improvement.

Commitment to Professional Dialogue

CAMAP Speakers Bureau participants are committed to:

• Providing accurate, evidence-informed information
• Engaging respectfully with diverse audiences
• Supporting thoughtful discussion on complex and evolving issues

Presentations include a disclaimer noting that viewpoints shared are those of the speaker and not necessarily those of CAMAP.

Questions?

If you have questions about the Speakers Bureau program, please contact: support@camapcanada.ca